VP/General Manager Alston Construction Company, Inc. (17 years in NV) “Life is too short to do something that you don’t like.” Type of Business: General Contractor | Hails from: Spokane, WA | 14 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas and Reno How did you first get into your profession? My dad was in the construction industry and I followed in his … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Matt Clafton
Executive Profiles
Movers & Shakers: Darren Gillett
President / CEO Gillett Construction LLC (13 years in NV) “Don’t be afraid to be aggressive.” Type of Business: General Contracting | Hails from: Calgary Alberta, Canada | 13 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Henderson How did you first get into your profession? My family has a long history in general contracting, starting with my great grandfather. My … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Darren Gillett
Movers & Shakers: Simon Keith
Chief Operating Officer Nevada Donor Network (28 years in NV) “True leaders only see green lights.” Type of Business: Organ Procurement Organization | Hails from: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada 4 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? I originally sat on the Board of Directors of the organization and moved … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Simon Keith
Movers & Shakers: Michael Silberling
Chief Executive Officer Affinity Gaming (5 years in NV) “Don’t let perfect get in the way of better.” Type of Business: Gaming | Hails from: Palo Alto, California | 2 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? My first elective course in college was probability and gambling which led to an interest in the gaming … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Michael Silberling
Movers & Shakers: Helen Lidholm
CEO Saint Mary’s Health Network (108 years in NV) “Keep your eyes open for opportunities. Don’t be afraid to try something new.” Type of Business: Healthcare Network | Hails from: Skanor, Sweden | 9 year with company in Nevada | Based in: Reno How did you first get into your profession? I became a registered nurse in Sweden and worked in many different healthcare … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Helen Lidholm
Movers & Shakers: Mike Crowell
President and CEO National Championship Air Races (52 years in NV) “If you can take the emotion out of a decision you can make the right decision.” Type of Business: Special Events | Hails from: Columbus, Georgia | 1 year with company in Nevada | Based in: Reno How did you first get into your profession? My career in the soft drink industry started with a visit to a … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Mike Crowell
Movers & Shakers: Ryan Stibor
Managing Attorney Davis Stibor “Just dive in, you’ll only learn through doing.” Type of Business: Law Firm | Hails from: Las Vegas | 8 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? I entered my profession at a San Diego law firm practicing real estate syndication. Then, I moved back to Las Vegas to co-develop and … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Ryan Stibor
Taylor Lilley: Michelin Properties
President & CFO Michelin Properties https://michelinproperties.com/ How did you first get into your profession? Michelin Properties is a family business. I’ve been involved in small business and land development from a very young age. My parents taught me everything they know, and now it’s my job to take their legacy to the next level. What business advice … [Read more...] about Taylor Lilley: Michelin Properties
Heather Haney-King: Dimension Design
Director of Operations Dimension Design https://www.dimensiondesign.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I earned a degree in Interior Architecture from Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and invested a lot of time creating workspace for technology companies in Chicago. When the dot com bubble burst I used my CAD skills as an entry point to become a … [Read more...] about Heather Haney-King: Dimension Design
Spencer Stewart: WGU Nevada
Chancellor Western Governors University Nevada https://nevada.wgu.edu/ How did you first get into your profession? In my senior year of college, I became involved in the early discussions and work surrounding the creation of Nevada State College. I’ve been hooked by the promise of higher education ever since. What do you want your legacy to be? To leave my … [Read more...] about Spencer Stewart: WGU Nevada
L. Christopher Rose, Esq.: Jolley Urga Woodbury & Little
Attorney/Shareholder Jolley Urga Woodbury & Little https://www.juww.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I became interested in law because my father was a police officer for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police department for 30 years. From a young age I thought I would be a criminal prosecutor. The year before law school I decided to become a civil … [Read more...] about L. Christopher Rose, Esq.: Jolley Urga Woodbury & Little
Scott Madison: Network Services Solutions
President and Founder Network Services Solutions https://www.networkservicesolution.com/ What do you want your legacy to be? That our team builds a voice and data services company that delivers service at the highest level while accelerating the deployment of broadband to healthcare providers, educators and entire communities. If you could be any fictional character … [Read more...] about Scott Madison: Network Services Solutions
Patrick Hughes: Cannery Casino & Hotel
Vice President and General Manager Cannery Casino and Hotel https://www.cannerycasino.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I “fell” into the business when Ireland was in a depression in the late 1980’s. I started dealing poker in Dublin, Ireland then moved to England where I trained as a professional croupier. What would you want your legacy to … [Read more...] about Patrick Hughes: Cannery Casino & Hotel
George Moore:Quick Jet Charter
Founder and CEO Quick Jet Charter https://quickjetcharter.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I attended the U.S. Air Force Academy. When I graduated, I completed Pilot training in the Air Force. I then moved up the ranks to Captain and Aircraft Commander of the KC-135 Stratotanker where I decided to attend Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State … [Read more...] about George Moore:Quick Jet Charter
Michael Dermody: Dermody Properties
Chairman and CEO Dermody Properties https://www.dermody.com/ What is your pet peeve? My pet peeve in business is not taking notes in a business meeting. My personal pet peeve is using a text to respond to something that should be talked about face to face. Communication is the key to everything we do in our lives and the more direct that is, the better the … [Read more...] about Michael Dermody: Dermody Properties